Is Lake Garda Expensive?

Is Lake Garda expensive to visit?

Lake Garda is a popular destination that is also moderately priced. It falls in the middle range of travel cost prices globaly with a daily average travel cost of $181. If we compare it to the rest of Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It ranks in the top 50% of cities in Europe for its travel costs. Its travel costs are comparable with places such as Stratford-upon-Avon and Killarney.

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How expensive is Lake Garda?

Travelers spend an average of $181 per day when visiting Lake Garda (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations which come from the expenses of previous visitors. While this is an average cost, prices can vary by travel style, the length of your trip, and other factors. You can stay fairly close to this average if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and take public transportation when possible. See more travel costs for Lake Garda here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Lake Garda?

Based on the travel expenses of others, a weekend trip to Lake Garda costs around $543 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $1,087.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Lake Garda?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a one week trip to Lake Garda will cost around $1,268 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a one week trip would cost $2,535.

Is it expensive to backpack in Lake Garda?

Lake Garda attracts a few backpackers, but traveling on a budget can be challenging because there are only a small number of hostels found here. The average cost of a dorm bed in a hostel in Lake Garda is $28 per night. The cheapest beds cost about $27 and the most expensive are more than $30 per night. (See hostel prices in Lake Garda here.)

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Lake Garda.

• $30 for a dorm bed at Meet Gardalake Hostel
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How expensive are sightseeing activities in Lake Garda?

In Lake Garda, the cost of activities and things to do can vary by the type of activity, its length, and the location. To provide an estimate of what to expect during your visit, below are several popular activities that are common in the area. On average, previous travelers have spent around $33 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is more than the country's average of $28.

• Best of Sirmione with Boat Tour and Grotte di Catullo : $97
• Full-Day Self-Guided Garda Vespa Tour departing at Salò: $152
• Tour 1h Peninsula: $206
• Sunset boat tour of Sirmione with exclusive onboard aperitif: $217
• 2 Hours Walking and Boat Tour in Sirmione Highlights: $53
• Fabulous Heritage of Sirmione - Walking Tour: $185
• Beekeeping Farm Tour and Tasting Experience in Lazise: $42
• Tour in the Winery and tasting: $32

Is food expensive in Lake Garda?

In Lake Garda, the cost of food can vary by the type of restaurant and food options available. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible. On average, previous travelers have spent around $45 per day on food, which is less than the country's average of $49.

• Cusina - Cooking Class: Fresh Pasta with wine tasting: $86
• 3 Hour Fresh Pasta and Tiramisù Private Cooking Class with Meal : $65
• Dining Experience at a local's Home in Cecina with Show Cooking: $92
• Lake Garda: Valpolicella Wine and Food Tour: $75

Is transportation expensive in Lake Garda?

The prices of local transportation in Lake Garda can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $72 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $29. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.